LPN – Adolescent Behavioral Health

Carle Health

. Contribute nursing knowledge and skills to the provision and management of adolescent behavioral health patient care .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeWest Peoria • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 - $42 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in adolescent behavioral health nursing, including patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in regulatory compliance, patient advocacy, and the application of evidence-based practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS)Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) TrainingBehavioral Health Work ExperienceKnowledge of HIPAA, TJC, OSHA

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentCare Plan DevelopmentPatient EducationClinical DocumentationCrisis Intervention

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdvocacyCommunicationDelegationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Clinical Equipment TroubleshootingElectronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS)Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthPatient SafetyRegulatory ComplianceMedicareMedicaid

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute nursing knowledge and skills to the provision and management of adolescent behavioral health patient care
Assess patient status through interview, observation and physical assessment under RN supervision
Assist the RN in developing individualized plans of care with patients, families and the healthcare team
Apply interventions to achieve expected patient outcomes
Evaluate and document patient progress throughout the shift and modify care plans as needed
Complete patient charts and event reports
Troubleshoot clinical equipment and maintain technical knowledge
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams from admission through discharge
Delegate tasks appropriately and provide goal-focused shift reports
Advocate for patients with physicians when necessary
Educate patients and families using adaptive, culturally and developmentally appropriate teaching strategies
Ensure patient safety and adherence to policies, National Patient Safety Goals, standards of care and evidence-based practices
Participate in performance improvement initiatives, unit-based councils and practice improvements
Promote patient, family and department satisfaction
Demonstrate Carle Values, safety guidelines and regulatory compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training within 3 months - Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
College Diploma: Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)
Behavioral health work experience
Current licenses and/or certifications required for the position
Regular, reliable attendance
Knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory requirements
Completion of annual education and competency requirements
Knowledge of compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs, including Medicare and Medicaid
Ability to work night shift, 7p-7a, every other weekend, and holiday rotation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Potential for growth and life-long careers